Moonrise

This book is amazing if you like science fiction, and even if you don't. Bova is imaginative and either has done extensive research or knows exactly what he is talking about. The characters are not one sided and undevloped as in many sci-fi books. Bova mixes a compelling story, great near future sci-fi, and a great and unique wiritng style together for an unparalled science fiction novel different from any I've ever read.

Bova does it again with this epic tale. The plot thickens with each chapter and it's hard to guess which direction he'll lead you. The science in this book is not far from becoming reality as humanity's knowledge ever increases. Bova also brings out the moral implications of advanced technology and the social consequences of such technology. If you ever wondered what it takes to survive on the moon and make a habitation there, read this book.

I thought this book was great! What I like about Mr. Bova's work is that it isn't predictable. In his work, innocent people die, bad guys are not always punished, and so on. Rather than making the book unsatisfying, it makes it more exciting--electric, unpredictable, engaging. Really a wonderful work--I hope the author reads this review, and feels good about making a reader happy. Well done!

I have been reading Ben Bova's works since the early to mid eightys. I have seen Bova tackle many levels of science fiction from near possibility to distant future. Even some are a bit of a flight of fancy such as his Orion Saga. One element remains constant throughout all his books: they are all base on hard core science theory...theory that may soon be reality. Of all his books, I've noticed a re-occurance of a couple of themes that this particular book refines and improves upon. Foremost is Bova's love for writing about Moonbase. This place has been a centerpiece for many of his works. Secondly is the field of nanotech. The first series I remember him introducing this in was the Voyager series. This particular topic has recieved the most improvement out of them all. This book above all others adequately describes what is more than likely to be feasible applications of nanotech. Furthermore, this book also discusses the dangers the world faces should the ultra conservative Luddites gain control. In conlusion, this book deserves no less than 5 stars because Bova once again ties together elements of science and philosophy and wirtes them together in a believeable plot that works on many levels

I read both of the 'Moon' books sequentially and was thoroughly entertained. I believe that religious fundamentalism will be a major threat into the millenium, and the portrayal of the New Morality et al was chillingly real.